Carmen Stevens Petrichor 2022
Bordeaux Blend
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Carmen Stevens Petrichor 2022
Carmen Stevens Wines was founded by one of South Africa’s first qualified female winemakers, with a philosophy centred on expressive, site-driven wines made with precision and restraint. Working primarily with Stellenbosch fruit, Carmen Stevens has built a reputation for producing wines that combine concentration with accessibility, favouring balance and vineyard character over excessive oak or extraction.
Petrichor 2022 takes its name from the earthy scent released after rainfall, a fitting reference to the wine’s layered, grounded character. The blend draws on classic Bordeaux varieties sourced from carefully selected Stellenbosch vineyards, where decomposed granite soils and maritime influence help preserve freshness alongside ripeness. Individual vineyard parcels were vinified separately before maturation in French oak, allowing each component to contribute structure, fruit depth and aromatic complexity to the final blend.
Colour:
Deep garnet with a dense ruby centre and youthful vibrancy.
Nose:
Blackcurrant, dark plum and blackberry aromas are layered with cedar, graphite and dried herbs. Notes of cocoa, tobacco leaf and earthy spice add depth, while subtle floral lift keeps the nose fresh and expressive.
Palate:
Full-bodied and polished, with concentrated dark berry fruit supported by fine tannins and balanced acidity. Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and cassis character, while Merlot softens the mid-palate with plush texture. Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot add savoury detail and aromatic lift, creating a wine that feels layered and composed rather than heavy.
Finish:
Long and savoury, with lingering black fruit, cedar spice and earthy minerality.
- Food Pairing : Carmen Stevens Petrichor 2022 pairs particularly well with richly flavoured dishes that can match its depth and structure. Slow-roasted lamb shoulder, beef fillet with pepper sauce or smoky braaied steaks all complement the wine’s dark fruit and savoury spice character. The freshness and fine tannins also allow it to work well with mushroom risotto, roasted aubergine or hard cheeses, where earthy flavours echo the wine’s layered complexity without making the pairing feel overly heavy.
- Drink before: Cellaring potential: 10–15 years.
- Vintage: 2022
- Manufacturer: Carmen Stevens
- Region: Coastal Region
- Star Rating: Wine-of-the-Month Club’s Panel Rating: 4 Stars.
- Medals Won: Double Gold: 2024 Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards. Gold: 2024 Lumo Awards (Bordeaux-styled blends class). 91 points: 2024 Tim Atkin MW South Africa Report. Silver: 2024 Trophy Wine Show.
- Grapes used to make this wine were grown in: Decomposed granite soils.
- Sugar Content: 2.6g/L
- Alcohol Content: 14.5%
Stock and Delivery:
In Stock: Standard delivery within 5 days
Stock at supplier: Delivery within 10 - 15 days
R99 Nationwide
Free Delivery: On orders over R2 000
Our Guarantee:
We guarantee a full credit on the cost of the wine, no questions asked, and we will also collect the remainder of any pack and refund you in full if you are unhappy with the quality, the service or any aspect of Wine-of-the-Month Club.
Replacements:
In the unlikely event that there is a broken bottle in your case, please tell us immediately and we will credit your account. We reserve the right to substitute product if stock runs out, to the same or higher value of the stock.
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These figures are subject to change.
